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How do you know when your stock need more than just the pasture to eat? What are the options for supplementary feeds and how do you choose? How do you calculate the nutritional requirements of different classes of stock and feed safely?

This workshop is about supplementary feeding for livestock on small farms. The day will include theoretical and practical sessions to help you plan your feeding program.You will practice condition scoring and weighing stock as well as learning about how to supplementary feed to minimise wastage, choosing the right feeds and types of hay.

The current climate conditions and outlook for spring will also be discussed. Other topics will include mineral supplements, animal health and what nutritional disorders can effect livestock when the grass starts growing again.

Our workshop presenters are Darren Price from Price Rural Consulting and Helen Smith, Agricultural Advisor from South East Local Land Services. Spaces at this workshop are limited and bookings are essential.